Jonathan Urla, Creator of Yogilates

Jonathan Urla, MFA, Certified Pilates Instructor (Power Pilates, PMA) was a professional dancer/choreographer for 8 years before becoming a personal trainer. He began directing himself toward more mind-body techniques after studying yoga off and on for 15 years. His formal Pilates training began in 1996 with master trainer Phoebe Higgins in New York city. He enjoyed integrating his practice of yoga with Pilates and soon created Yogilates in 1997 as an alternative system for optimal fitness. He has since published a book on Yogilates (HarperCollins), produced several video programs of Pilates and Yogilates workouts, and over ten years has developed extensive continuing education courses which he presents for various organizations. He also is an avid runner and sports enthusiast and participates in running club races and triathlons. He has his own Youtube channel (www.youtube.com/jonurla) where segments from his programs can be viewed.